More than 1 in 5 adults is inactive in all but four states, according to new state maps of adult physical inactivity prevalence released in January 2022 by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) For these maps, physical inactivity for adults is defined as not participating in any physical activities outside of… Continue reading How Active Are We?
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6 Healthy Habits to Make Men Fit for Life
Many men fool themselves into thinking they can wait to focus on their health until sometime in the future when they’re less busy; however, the habits we develop and maintain end up shaping us through the 20s and 30s. That’s according to Dr. Martin Miner, Regional Medical Director of Vault Health, a men’s telehealth company.… Continue reading 6 Healthy Habits to Make Men Fit for Life
Basics of Caregiving for Dementia Patients
A caregiver, sometimes referred to as a caretaker, refers to anyone who provides care for another person. Millions of people living in the United States take care of a friend or family member with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Sometimes caregivers live with the person or nearby, other times they live far away. For… Continue reading Basics of Caregiving for Dementia Patients
Study: Women 75 and Older Benefit from Regular Mammograms
Women who are 75 or older should still get routine mammograms because of the comparatively high incidence of breast cancer in this group, researchers say. The age at which a woman should stop getting routine mammograms has been a controversial subject. In 2009, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released controversial guidelines stating… Continue reading Study: Women 75 and Older Benefit from Regular Mammograms
Fight Diabetes – and Finally Get Fit
Now that 2018 is underway, you’ve decided that this year you’re finally going to better manage your diabetes, starting with that dreaded word: exercise. If you suffer from diabetes or are at risk for developing the disease, choosing to commit to fitness could be a real lifesaver. That’s why it’s more important than ever that… Continue reading Fight Diabetes – and Finally Get Fit
Long-Distance Caregiving: What You Need to Know
Long distance caregiving can be complicated and difficult. These strategies, from the National Institute on Aging, offer a list of things to remember: Know What You Need to Know Experienced caregivers recommend that you learn as much as you can about your family member or friend’s illness, medicines, and resources that might be available. Information… Continue reading Long-Distance Caregiving: What You Need to Know
Don’t Let Your Fitness Routine Get Boring!
Some people like to walk on a treadmill at the gym, and can do that every day without needing to change their approach. Others find that kind of activity boring. The key to sticking with exercise is to make it interesting and enjoyable. Here, from the experts at Go4Life, a division of the National Institute… Continue reading Don’t Let Your Fitness Routine Get Boring!
Getting Back to Exercise after A Break
Don’t lose your fitness motivation! Here, the experts from Go4Life, a division of the National Institute on Aging, tell you how to stay on your fitness track: Vacation? Flu? Out-of-town guests? Many things can interrupt your physical activity routine, but you can start again and be successful. Here are a few ideas to help. Don’t… Continue reading Getting Back to Exercise after A Break
Healthy Eating for Alzheimer’s Patients
Eating healthy foods helps everyone stay well. It’s even more important for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Here are some tips for healthy eating, from the experts at the Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) of the National Institute on Aging: Buying and Preparing Food When the person with Alzheimer’s disease lives with you: Buy… Continue reading Healthy Eating for Alzheimer’s Patients
Getting into Exercise Again
Flu? Out-of-town guests? The experts at Go4Life, a division of the National Institutes on Aging, know that while many things can interrupt your physical activity routine, you can start again and be successful. Here are a few of their helpful ideas: Don’t be too hard on yourself. Just try to get back to your activities… Continue reading Getting into Exercise Again
Get Your Spring Fitness Game On
By Delaina Dixon Hi, thirdAGE readers. I’m so excited to be joining you on a monthly basis to bring you some of my best discoveries in fitness and healthy lifestyle. As a woman who is approaching her third age, it’s important for me to discover new ways to be in optimal health – and look… Continue reading Get Your Spring Fitness Game On
Dealing with Incontinence in Alzheimer’s Patients
A person with Alzheimer’s disease may have other medical problems over time. These problems can cause more confusion and behavior changes. The person may not be able to tell you what is wrong. One problem, incontinence, means a person can’t control his or her bladder and/or bowels. This may happen at any stage of Alzheimer’s… Continue reading Dealing with Incontinence in Alzheimer’s Patients
Some Post-Operative Patients Prefer Online Care
Most people who undergo routine operations prefer their post-operative consultations to be done online rather than in person, according to a new study. The study, published online as an “article in press” on the Journal of the American College of Surgeons website, will appear in the print publication of the Journal later this year. In… Continue reading Some Post-Operative Patients Prefer Online Care
Ten Tips to Get You Going At Home, Work and Play
Experts recommend that you get at least 2.5 hours of exercise per week. Although that might seem overwhelming, you can reach that goal by breaking it down into smaller steps. Here, from the ChooseMyPlate program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, are strategies to get you going. Take 10 Do at least 10 minutes of… Continue reading Ten Tips to Get You Going At Home, Work and Play
Caregiving Strategies for Traveling with Alzheimer’s Patients
Taking a person with Alzheimer’s disease on an overnight trip is a challenge. Traveling can make the person more worried and confused, so it’s important to think ahead. Here are some tips from the experts at the National Institute on Aging: Getting Started Talk with the person’s doctor about medicines to calm someone who gets… Continue reading Caregiving Strategies for Traveling with Alzheimer’s Patients
Getting Over Summer Sadness
zSummer is often thought of as the most carefree season of the year, filled with sunshine, beach days and BBQs. However, for many people with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a condition in which your mood is affected by the seasons, summertime is not when the living’s easy—about 10-25% of America’s 500 thousand SAD sufferers fall… Continue reading Getting Over Summer Sadness
When Hospitalization Happens to Dementia Patients
From the National Institute on Aging A trip to the hospital with a person who has memory loss or dementia can be stressful for both of you. This outline, from experts at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), can relieve some of that stress by helping you prepare for both unexpected and planned hospital visits.… Continue reading When Hospitalization Happens to Dementia Patients
8 Ways to Get Your Mojo Back Before Summer
New beginnings are the most exciting and energizing times in life. Summer is always a new beginning, because it’s a new season. Now is a great time to get fired up, motivated, and start making changes to get to your next level of you. Most of you are great starters, but not all are great… Continue reading 8 Ways to Get Your Mojo Back Before Summer